Northumbria University
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Why Small Business Matters from Newcastle Business School at Northumbria University provides a platform for successful small business leaders to tell their stories, offer advice and unravel what it means to be a successful modern SME. Brought to you by the Help to Grow Management delivery team at Northumbria University, Small Business Matters takes a casual but insightful look behind the scenes w…Social links:
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Into the Dragon's Den - Robson & Robson Part 2
Robson & Robson are a creative agency specialising in multidisciplinary design - elevating brands, packaging, and products. led by Dan and Joe Robson in the northeast of England, they've spent over a decade helping businesses across sectors and partnering with leading global brands. Not only that …
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Sowing the seeds of success - Dan & Joe Robson
Robson & Robson are a creative agency specialising in multidisciplinary design - elevating brands, packaging, and products. led by Dan and Joe Robson in the northeast of England, they've spent over a decade helping businesses across sectors and partnering with leading global brands. Not only that …
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Why Employee Ownership Matters...
In this episode we team up with Rachel Clarke of Bournemouth University Business School, and Liam Toms, and SME owner in Dorset. Liam Toms is a communications and engagement manager at Grapevine, a company based in Dorset. He has a background in marketing and business engagement, having previously…
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Working On AND IN Your Business - Jenny Cairns & Simon Read
In this episode Sarah Stephenson explores the importance of business leadership and mentoring, and why finding time to work ON and well as IN your business is crucial. Jenny Cairns is owner or North East startup The Doggy Daycare Centre, as is a former participant of the Help To Grow Management pr…
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Why The Right Finance Matters - Richard Bearman, British Business Bank
In this episode, Dr Matt Sutherland delves into the vital role small businesses play in the economy with Richard Bearman, Co Chief Banking Officer at the British Business Bank. Discover how the bank supports small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK through tailored financial solutions, includ…
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The Importance Of The External Voice! Andrew Silver - Director, 360 Growth Partners
In this episode Sarah Stephenson talks to a Northumbria Allumni and Director of 360 Growth Partners Andrew Silver. Together, they explore the crucial aspects of business partnering, performance management, and transforming strategy into tangible results. Andrew shares his extensive experience in …
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Why Culture Matters - Leigh Venus - CEO Kielder Observatory
This episode truly reaches for the stars, as Dr Matt Sutherland sits down with the CEO of one of the UK's most unique attractions situated in one of the most remote parts of Northumberland. Leigh Venus has just marked his first year as CEO of Kielder Observatory, and discusses the challenges and t…
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How to embrace tech, in a non tech business!
In this episode we once again go on tour to University of Salford, with our guest host Prof Mandy Parkinson, and her guest Bassel Ounah. Bassel is the visionary behind APNA Diving School and Neptune Submerge Limited. Discover how Bassel transformed his passion for diving into a pioneering venture …
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50 Years of the FSB - Reshma Begum
Many questions business owners have begin with "Do you know someone who?" or "How can I..?". And someone who aims to answers some of those questions is Reshma Begum, Development Manager of the North East branch of the Federation of Small Business. Celebrating 50 years of advocating for small busin…
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10 business lessons we have learned in 3 years...
Celebrate the third anniversary of "Why Small Business Matters" with us as we take a retrospective journey through the wisdom shared by our esteemed guests over the years. In this special episode, we revisit 10 key lessons learned, focusing on the power of networking, communication, and collaborat…
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